About the Course

The Indian Head massage, also known as champissage (champi + massage) or Shiroabhyanaga is a widely popular form of head massage. It is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing beliefs of India. In the Indian culture, oil based head massage is quite common and the skills have been handed down from generation to generation. Most Indians apply oil about two times a week, as they believe it helps reduce stress and it keeps their hair in good condition.

The Shiroabhyanaga is fairly popular in the west owing to its flexibility and easy access of providing the massage. Best of all, it can be given anywhere and anytime to produce a soothing effect on the mind and body instantly. In learning this massage, students will understand the art of utilising hands and fingers to knead, rub and press the tissues of the neck, shoulders, scalp and upper back to calm, soothe and rejuvenate the client.

At Aithein, students will learn the application of champissage on sitting posture of the client. They will also analyze the use and effects of different ayurvedic and herbal oils according to the symptoms and how to apply their knowledge to create relaxation in the muscles of the neck, shoulder and back of their clients. Students will be taught the scientific effects of using champissage to treat migraine, insomnia, neck and shoulder pains.

Course Details

At Aithein, we offer part time courses for teaching Indian Head massage in Goa, a 8 hours session that is completed in 4 days. Individuals seeking this course should note that we conduct classes with small batches and therefore take in fewer students for this course, to ensure one-on-one interaction and personal attention.

The course content includes the following:

Detailed history of the Indian Head massage

Meaning and benefits of this massage

Learning about the energy centers in the head

Indications and contraindications of the massage

Detailed study into the anatomy of the face, head and shoulders of the human body

Why study at Aithein ?

Similar to reflexology, the Indian head massage training is also based on the premise that the nerves of all the organs of the body originate from the head.

What better place to learn the classic Shiroabhyanaga than from one of the best massage schools of India! While practicing at Aithein, you will be provided with all the equipment and training to perform the best champissage. We provide this course in a small group to ensure that each student receives individual attention from the trainer. Our course provides both professional learning and high standards of teaching in a relaxed and soothing environment of Agonda Beach, Goa.

Includes: Tuition fee and course material given by us. Excludes: Food, accommodation, books, travel etc. 100% payment needs to be submitted before commencement of the Indian Head Massage Course. Failure to make payment on time will result in students being excluded from the course.

You can enroll in the Indian Head Massage Course at Aithein by paying an advance payment/registration fee of INR 7000 (part of course fee) for each individual booking. Each additional course will require a separate enrollment & deposit. (All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable) Balance course fee must be paid in cash before the course commences either in Euros, US Dollars, British Pounds or INR. No other currency will be accepted. English would be the medium of instruction. You need not get anybody with you as model. As your trainer or students in your batch becomes your model, and students practice on each other. Photograph and video in any course is strictly prohibited. Code of Ethics:- The courses require a certain amount of physical contact between students which may be of a sensitive and personal level and you are expected to adhere to the guidelines set out below:- Zero tolerance of sexual harassment, innuendo, language and any form of discrimination on the grounds of sexuality Zero tolerance of racist attitudes and language. Cancellation Policy: The course fee is non-refundable, non-cancellable and non-transferable. Due to teacher cancellations, low bookings or other situations outside our control some courses may be temporarily or permanently unavailable. We reserve the right to make any changes to our programme, courses or teachers. Alternative arrangements are offered to the best of our ability but, if not taken up, we do not accept responsibility for any costs incurred, including airfare.